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Nadugi (Georgian: ნადუღი, romanized: nadughi, lit. ‘second boiling‘)[1][a] is a traditional Georgian soft cheese appetizer or spread.[2]
History
Nadugi is often described as a delicate dairy product similar to ricotta or curd.[3] It is made by heating cheese whey until curds rise, it is commonly mixed with fresh mint, chili peppers, and salt, then served wrapped in thin sulguni cheese slices or with pomegranate and bread.[4] Nadugi is made from the whey of cow‘s milk and is often served mixed with fresh herbs. It is virtually fat free and is considered a good preventive against sclerosis.[5] Even though Nadugi is popular all around Georgia, the western regions of the country have more of Nadugi-influenced dishes, particularly Samegrelo, Guria and Adjara.[6]
See also
Notes
- ^ It may also be referred as Nadughi.
References
- ^ Tim Burford (2024) Georgia, p. 80, Bradt/Sawday/Wh, ISBN: 9781804690710, 1804690716
- ^ Nadugi TasteAtlas
- ^ Darina Beridze (2023) Georgien: Kulinarische Schätze aus der besten Küche Osteuropas. Rezepte. Porträts. Geschichten. p. 35, Christian Verlag, ISBN: 9783959618748, 3959618743
- ^ Reinis Fischer (2015) How To Make Nadugi RF
- ^ Darra Goldstein (2013) The Georgian Feast, p. 211, University of California Press, ISBN: 9780520275911, 0520275918
- ^ Nadugi Gastro Guide by Borjomi